BEST Manipuri Style Chicken Curry YEN THONGBA & EROMBA with dried fish Ngari I Chicken Feet + Kaleja

Today's episode is an introduction to the unique world of Meitei cuisine. It features two of the most favourite dishes that adorns any celebratory spread be it at the home or outside.
To give us a deep dive into the culinary realm of Manipur's dominant Meitei cuisine, our gracious and charming host Ammo invited us for a special home meal at his homestay.
Apart from being a phenomenal travel and tour entrepreneur, Ammo is also a hardcore foodie and a great cook. He skillfully demonstrated the intricacies of preparing this traditional delicacy, sharing stories that breathed life into each step. Yen thongba is a distinctively flavourful chicken curry that is whipped up with onions, garlic, ginger, culantro, heiribob etc. The flavors came alive, reflecting the rich heritage of Manipur's dominant culinary tradition.
Ammo's enthusiasm made us even more eager to learn about the second dish eromba. It is a spicy mash made of varying ingredients like fresh herbs, ngari etc. This one was soibhum eromba which is made with fermented bamboo shoots, potatoes, ngari and a bunch of herbs. As he unveiled the dish, the inviting aroma captivated our senses.
With a deft hand, Ammo guided us through the intricate steps of preparing this delightful side dish. He shared the stories behind its significance in Meitei culture, adding a touch of nostalgia and deeper meaning to each ingredient and technique.
**Despite the ongoing ethnic conflict in Manipur, we made a conscious yet hard decision to proceed with our food video series from the state which was filmed between 30th Jan and 3rd feb 2023.
Our intention was to showcase the incredible warmth, love, kindness, camaraderie and enthusiasm we encountered during this immersive visit.
It's essential to acknowledge the complexities the state is going through, but we firmly believe in highlighting the genuine goodness of the people whom we met during this wonderful journey.
Throughout the five-day tour, we encountered a heartwarming display of hospitality, generosity and harmony. We want to reassure that our approach remains sensitive and respectful towards the ordeal being faced by the people of Manipur.**
For an immersive experience of Manipur do checkout Living Manipur's following handle:
www.livingmanipur.com/
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About the host:
anubhavsapra.com/
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Design and filmed by Rahul Singh
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Text by Swetaleena Nayak

[@rthealth4768]

I'm from Karnataka, a close friend of mine is from Manipur. We met while studying MBA in the year 2008, back in college days ,once he had invited me to his place and cooked this dish for me. Believe me guys it's so damn yummy with all those herbs and spices. Had many more times later while we were in Bangalore then we happened to move away as we started working. In 2019 we reunited again in Dubai! So god's grace, now authentic chicken tongba is just a call away😂 I ensure I make him do it atleast once in a month for me 😅 PS: we airlift a good quantity of Manipuri chillis and herbs when ever we or our other friends travel from India, just for that kick😂

[@delhifoodwalks]

I am coming to Dubai :)

[@rthealth4768]

You are welcome, any time.

[@sunshinesmile9ysd]

😊👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@adityaparashar343]

Man o man manipuri food gems are so underrated. One herb mix called 'Machal' thats just magical. Instead of diverting to western food just travel to North-East....recipe changes in every up and down of the hill.❤❤ As a foodie I'm just loving my stay here..

[@dasbabooo]

I used to love Manipur when I was posted back in 2018. I was used to visit sekmei, purchase local drink, cook by the river and return imphal by the evening. The weather was pleasant, people were helpful just like this gentleman "the chef". I must admit, I had a pleasant stay for almost 2.5 years.

[@ningo.ma07]

I have watched this particular video more than 6 times not for the recipe but for the way Ammo cooks for You and the way you eat along with Ammo. It reminds me of my youth and my friends and all the feasts we had along the way. Believe me when i say this is how a Manipuri guy shows his brotherly love for a friend. He has not disappointed us. Hats off to Ammo. .

[@satinderbhullar5329]

Salute to brave 💪 Manipuri s people.., love from Pathankot Punjab waheguru ji bless you

[@gegeofficials9565]

Love from tripura...the guy have represented and demonstrate very well not only for Manipur...for all the northeast states...for the love of food with different herbs n spices..and love for music,..n ya video was genuine n real..🥂❤️

[@amritashaamritasha6091]

Im from bihar.i love Manipur ❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@deesons8]

The host 'Ammo' represent the true definition of gentleman with a great hospitality. Love his calm conversation and understanding of someone's idea of trying things for the first time. And the Yen thongba and Eronba looks delicious. I'm hungry just after i had my lunch...🙈

[@sugatomitra6391]

Eromba is also consumed by the Rajbongshi community living in the northern districts of West Bengal. Very hearty and wholesome food. May peace return to the beautiful land of Manipurr soon.

[@mestatenga]

I m koch rajbanshi from assam but never had that in our daily diet.

[@sunshinesmile9ysd]

Love to meet rajbongshi 🙏🏻

[@biramanisingha3196]

​@@mestatenga alu pitika is like eronba with out ngari

[@kskhakhlariofficial]

Tribal food is delicious....

[@jimbeam7843]

Eromba is eaten by Manipur Meitei ræpppists

[@Rocxidesagolsem_9_6_3_]

Manipuri Meetei's are very kind and respectful to everyone...Meetei community is famous for their high hospitality, high humanity, high discipline, broad minded peace☮️ loving.. I loved this video watching that two brothers from different mothers enjoying a peaceful night with a peaceful conversation by sharing a chicken curry dinner 😊👍👍👍❤❤ My dear beloved brothers of DELHI FOODS please come again in Manipur and let's get enjoy with more Meetei's traditional foods🙏 Thank you brother for this video 😊🙏👍👍👍

[@allahlesboslu2_9]

Love their temple architecture too , it's influenced from Bengali style but a bit diff ❤

[@viralnaga9147]

Northeast people why so friendly 😅😅 love from nagaland save manipur❤🙏

[@QuinczAgrawal]

Absolutely loved this video,Ammo is such a gentleman with great speaking skills and patience.He represents all Manipuris so well.

[@lembameitei7874]

😂all the MEITEI vibe is with you eyamba love it

[@abhijitandneices8777]

Manipur chiken is awsm Maine Delhi ka bhi khaya he but metei chiken best he❤❤❤

[@ngairangbamyaipharembi7588]

The host taught his guest the every aspect of how Meitei men do local party with their friends.😅😅😂

[@micsoul6109]

I wish to grow up one day like these two gentlemen❤ I want to cook for my friend when he's at my place we manipuries love guest and by saying this we walk our talk

[@akoijamprabin]

Y'll should try our traditional dishes "Chagempomba" & "Ooti" too

[@shuvadipmandal9117]

Miss you bhogen khognathan and priyo ranjan for this beautiful dish eromba....i had it in 2003-06 but still i missed it like anything....

[@vijaymahanteshvm2461]

Very nice👍.. Wow what a host.. Awesome food..great party Anubhav Ji.. Please have more shows with this host

[@delhifoodwalks]

6 more episodes are lined up with Ammo

[@vijaymahanteshvm2461]

@@delhifoodwalks Great Anubhav Ji.. 🙏👌

[@bappitripura8620]

Culture of any community is also very beautiful thing and this beautiful culture also becomes a part of identity of its people.I am proud of Manipur how they protected and expressed their culture like in this video which was very beautiful and satisfying to see but it is very sad to see some state in north- east loosing it culture and it's people becoming minority.

[@drtushar2919]

7:13 😊 he said 'Kanda' (कांदा) for onion. He must have lived in Maharashtra.

[@stannumshiva]

Best part of the video is that he kept the wrappers in pocket after opening that local alcohol bottle❤

[@umakantmani9747]

Looks like ammu loves to eat and cook😂❤️ what a gentleman and good host❤ love to Manipur ❤

[@Suman_Kunduu]

My birth place 💙 from West Bengal

[@nimishjagtap4271]

Ammo is very nice person and chicken was really good 👍

[@anupamdaimari.0590]

Potatoe and tomato have married Northeast Indian dishes Even though foreign ingredient they get along so well with all the proteins we eat.

[@rajbiswas7543]

This host is a complete definition of a gentleman

[@doctorstheory]

Hello, I have seen you before with Mark weins and food rangers too. Despite of the situation in Manipur, you don't hesitate to go to Manipur and chill out there. Kudos brother ! I am a Manipuri too.. Bdw, that guy explains well.

[@neelkonwar4328]

DelhiFoodWalks thank you for releasing these series at this need for the humane touch...for Manipur and the region. Cordial regards.

[@awgee9284]

This man exactly knows what he's cooking and why he's cooking

[@frankkokos2848]

Manipur chicken taste is very good , and cooking style also different

[@ajmaxx1793]

Ammo is a an awesome singer-guitarist as well.

[@Puzzledcubicles]

Eromba is one of the most tasteist thing when the taste is adapted!!! Amazing mash

[@shubhamaggarwal2]

Loved to see the host how he didn't thrown the plastic wrapped of the bottle instead put in its pocket .

[@anugrahajohn9528]

Amazing, mouth watering. Hats off to Anubhav because you were open to a different palate of taste altogether..

[@rokovisakhrie6014]

We pray for Manipur we hope they will unite in God name. Love and respect from Nagaland.

[@chilarai1]

Thank you for bringing Manipuri cooking into focus. It's very similar to Assamese cooking but with some differences. Like we don't eat the feet or the liver in the same curry. Some people will cook those separately.

[@sanjibmeitei]

Assamese foods are very similar. They r slightly simpler in taste, e.g., Haanh with Kumura, Dhekia with eggs, or simply daal ( I love daal with neemu). Thai coriander is also common in Assam. Chicken liver and feets have little taste in themselves. So, Manipuri people cook them with the meats together so as to enhance the taste. Meiteis' way of cooking Paneer with milk is also unique.

[@ngairangbamyaipharembi7588]

I am happy that you like the taste of fermented bamboo shoots. I haven't seen anyone from outside North east who likes the taste and smell of fermented foods of North east India.

[@Madeline007-go4mu]

You got a great companion here. I guess you had some of your best moments in life.

[@thembasapam7838]

Love seeing and feeling really hungry for home food! Gave me good 30 mins of happy time during this tough time.

[@richardsoibam2491]

Being a meitei not a big fan of ngari but ngari in eromba is like cheese in pizza.....

[@msrv2293]

Thank you Anubhav Bro for coming to Manipur and exploring some of the Delicacy........

[@laishramsilvia8991]

Remembering our manipuri dishes 😊😊😊

[@madhavvalase8950]

Simply SUPERB...!! Wish that such a GREAT part (Manipur) of India should Cherish... !! Wish all communities in this to live with love and peace... 🙏

[@leninlamabam4884]

Epic. Beautifully hosted and enjoyed by the guest like a native.

[@the.vinodd]

I am definitely gonna try making Eromba... Looks delicious

[@TruthPrevail777]

@vinodbhandari: bro if you can't get fermented fish in your market just put some dry salted fish. It'll do the job perfectly. Instead of pan fry roast it over the gas flame directly. The smokiness of the dry fish will make the recipe so yummy.

[@drnordenlepcha5357]

Very honest representation...love the way you project local delicacies

[@anujrai324]

Great taste Manipur chiken dekh k maja aa gya

[@Abhisek0018]

Its a beautiful chicken recipe

[@tasneemkhorakiwala6788]

The curator is so natural and warm ...delightful to watch. Thank you.

[@vincentmarwein6171]

One of the best video really satisfying both of you really enjoying

[@nishapillay5045]

Best chicken recipe till date

[@PanditP-rp2oc]

You are the real food blogger.

[@ProfessorCreates]

Just love your simplicity

[@yuvromu]

Prabhu Manipur ke logon pe kripa kare aur jald se jald shanti bahal ho

[@sorokhaibamdthakurbirpremson]

This winter cold time i like this.. 👍

[@DhananjaySutar1983]

Last 15 mins of video mein toh mahol bana dala...Superb video...Feel like visiting this place soon...Cheers!!!

[@Marsh_mallow-_-]

The beautiful land of Manipur ❤

[@Rabiyambem]

This is beautiful Manipur😍👍

[@taganglonda8204]

Because of the host I watched the whole part of video without skipping 😅😅

[@shantonadevi6291]

LOVE YOUR SHOW BUDDY. THANK YOU FOR VISITING IMPHAL..

[@natureboyx]

Love the north east people and the cuisine.

[@preetideora3441]

Love Manipur 🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@maxxsingh527]

I love the chemistry between you guys. You guys should do more videos please come back to Manipur and do more videos

[@Sibarjun]

Enjoyed very much...!!

[@Goldenfist7]

The host should do a cooking show of his own I didn’t skip a second while watching him explain and cook it was very pleasing to watch

[@surajsharma5300]

Sir, I just love the way u present ur videos.U r very humble and respectful to everyone u come across.Big fan of urs.🙏

[@prashant7357]

Top n best episode sir n what a guest ing by manipur guy also loved the Raw things in episode loved this one

[@jurishatariang3608]

I'm obsessed with this channel

[@pranavrajwadekpcl9693]

Always love to watch your episode

[@marooned_soul2068]

Ngari for life❤

[@aradhyapulkit3762]

I lived 20 years in Manipur, eat tasty food of Manipur

[@rajatchetri76]

Now, this is what I call a food vlog ... Successfully used my internet for something like this 🤌

[@PetabyteGaminGfn]

It's reminds me my childhood 😢

[@RahulGupta-tc6ed]

I love your food vedios amazing

[@sinachilles9086]

Wholesome video

[@ShuvraRoyDelicacy]

@Delhifoodwalks The english for thai coriandre is actually CULANTRO and the rind of the fruit is also used in Sylhet, Bangladesh cuisine. In Bangladesh we call it SHATKORA. In English it is wild orange or cabuyao or Melanesian papeda. Scientific name Citrus macroptera.

[@narenchakma5301]

I would just say,WOW ....what a show!

[@melemmalemnganba4133]

Thnk u sir this beautiful lot of from Manipur and I'm very enjoying I miss my home sir

[@samratduttachowdhury8053]

EXCELLENT PRESENTATION, PERFECT LIVE GAZAL OF JAGJIT SINGJI, YE KAHA KHO GAYE HUM? GOD BLESS YOU MR YELLOW JACKET.

[@masridhar2]

This truly raw and authentic

[@debabratadas1683]

i love this

[@tinachon7871]

Tamo, wow! Yummy I was like mouth watering 🤤

[@veve9502]

Ngari Is 🤤❤

[@comfort6223]

what I loved is ypu can eat and taste and drink all the way while eating and tasting as well!

[@ankushpant8506]

most awaited series

[@jiriningol]

Yum miss this ❤

[@dksinghhuidrom7693]

Love from Jammu and Kashmir...

[@paulpertinjoling8304]

Manipuris and tripuris have mostly like indian masala type recipe. If you wanna try real tribal recipes, visit nagaland or arunachal pradesh and taste the wild.❤

[@shubho8943]

Liked the Eromba recipe❤

[@vikramnegi9421]

Loved the video ❤

[@zen9131]

Missing my village and my childhood in Manipur when all my cousins would cook chicken outside the house like this because the rest of the elders don’t eat chicken and it is not allowed to cook inside the house.

[@deepsinghthakur2912]

Love Manipur ❤

[@zaikaplates]

Love your sharing👍

[@ManipurSportsTract]

So nice

[@user-lj6vp6np7i]

Anubhav ji..i have watched ur videos since a long time...i especially enjoyed ur lucknow trips and especially old Delhi ramzan food shows..was really fantastic..i also commented in one of ur videos long time back to come to manipur and by god u are really here..huge love from manipur i hope u enjoyed our food and people ❤

[@msanjibsingh]

Amazing

[@Jus_KnoW]

After watching this it's time for me to prepare manipuri style chicken and i will have it with vodka.

[@coolguy5188]

Delhi food walk looks like moon to me with the background

[@utpalsil2077]

Must be tasty food.uoi enjoyed it.